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Instagram starts rolling out new 'Link Stickers' to all users
Users from all across the globe will have access to this new link sticker feature regardless of their verification status or number of followers. The feature can be used by selecting the "Link" sticker available in the sticker tool feature. The sticker tool is present on the top navigation bar when a story is captured or uploaded.
Google unveils Android 12L for foldables, tablets
The idea here is to provide users on tablets, foldables and Chrome OS laptops -- anything with a screen above 600 dp -- with an improved user interface. "In 12L we have refined the UI to make Android more beautiful and easier to use on screens larger than 600sp across notifications, quick settings, lockscreen, overview, home screen, and more. Try your app with the UI updates," the company said in a blogpost.
Samsung to expand premium foldable smartphone, affordable 5G lineup
At the same time, the company will proactively target replacement demand with competitive mass-market 5G lineup, and increase sales of device ecosystem products such as wearables, PCs and tablets. Samsung has registered revenue increase for its mobile division from the second quarter. The IT and Mobile Communications Division posted KRW 28.42 trillion (over $24.2 billion) in consolidated revenue and KRW 3.36 trillion in operating profit (over $2.8 billion) for the third quarter (Q3).
Apple Music launches on Sony's latest PlayStation 5
Now, PlayStation users with an Apple Music subscription will be able to stream music directly from their PlayStation 5. "PS5 users with an Apple Music subscription can enjoy more than 90 million songs from Apple Music, tens of thousands of curated playlists, music videos in 4K, Apple Music Radio streaming today's hits, classics, and country live, and personalised playlists based on your music preferences," the firm said in a statement.
WhiteHat Jr launches music learning course for adults
The new programme will offer music for grown-ups -- young professionals, parents and even people above the age of 60, the company told IANS. The new Perform With Music' programme has a specially-designed curriculum which will help learners practice contemporary music. It will offer opportunities such as virtual 'Jam Rooms' for music aspirants to practice and jam together.
When Sundar Pichai went mute during chat with Kermit The Frog
Sharing the two-minute video clip on Twitter on Wednesday, Pichai said: "Always remember to unmute thanks @KermitTheFrog for joining us on @YouTube #DearEarth and chatting about some of our shared interests." The video was part of YouTube's "Dear Earth" series which aims to address climate challenges. At that point, Pichai realised he was on mute.
Samsung's One UI design to come on Windows laptops
The new design changes will appear inside Samsung's Windows apps like Samsung Notes, Samsung Gallery and Samsung Settings, reports The Verge. The changes are designed to match the mobile interface that Samsung's bringing to its latest Android phones, to make it easier to switch between the two. The main Samsung Settings app has been overhauled to better fit the design changes in Windows 11, with new app icons, menu layouts and more.
Google to let you request to remove images from search results
According to The Verge, the feature was originally announced in August (along with new restrictions of ad targeting of minors) but is now widely available. Anyone can start the removal process from Google's help page, the report said. Applicants will need to supply the URLs of images they want to be removed from search results, the search terms that surface those images.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra design revealed online
The new design was posted on Weibo, which, in turn, was scooped up by OnLeaks and shared on Twitter. It shows an purported plain black case for the Galaxy S22 Ultra with separate cutouts for each camera lens, reports GizmoChina. The camera module appears to be very different from early renditions. The upcoming series will enter mass production in November this year.
Xiaomi India sells over 7 mn smart TVs in 3 years
Driving growth for high-quality smart TVs, Xiaomi continues to be the best-selling Smart TV brand in the market, the company said. "The size of the smart TV business has doubled from 2018 to 2021 and we are proud to have played a key role in driving the smart TV adoption in India," Eshwar Nilakantan, Category Lead - Smart TVs, Xiaomi India, said in a statement.
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